Product Information
- Product Name: Sagar Gota Powder
- Botanical Name: Caesalpinia bonduc (L.) Roxb.
- Common Synonym: Caesalpinia bonducella
- Common Names: Sagar Gota, Kat Karanja, Katkaranj, Karanju, Kankach, Karanjwa, Bonduc Seeds, Fever Nut
- Plant Part: Seed
- Form: Fine Powder
- Category: Botanical / Herbal Raw Material
- Product Type: Dried Seed Powder
- Colour: Grey, grey-brown to light brown
- Texture: Fine, dry powder
- Aroma: Mild characteristic botanical aroma
What Is Sagar Gota Powder?
Sagar Gota Powder is produced by cleaning, drying and grinding Sagar Gota seeds of Caesalpinia bonduc. The plant is a medicinally recognized botanical in Indian systems, and official Indian references identify Caesalpinia bonduc with traditional names including Kat-karanj.
It is the powdered counterpart of whole Sagar Gota seed and is convenient for applications where powdered seed material is specifically required.
Product Features
- Prepared from Caesalpinia bonduc seeds.
- Fine powdered seed form.
- Also known as Kat Karanja Seed Powder.
- Traditional Indian botanical raw material.
- Convenient for measuring and blending.
- Suitable where authenticated Sagar Gota seed powder is required.
- Natural variations in colour and particle size may occur.
Benefits / Fayde
For marketplace-safe product presentation:
- Provides Sagar Gota in convenient powdered form.
- Traditional botanical seed material.
- Easy to measure and blend into suitable formulations.
- Convenient alternative to whole Sagar Gota seeds.
- Suitable as botanical reference and research material.
- Represents a traditionally recognized Indian plant material.
These statements describe the botanical/product characteristics only and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
How to Use
Use Sagar Gota Powder only according to the product label, intended formulation or qualified professional guidance.
The powder may be used as:
- Botanical raw material.
- Traditional formulation ingredient where specifically prescribed.
- Research material.
- Educational botanical material.
- Further processed ingredient in an appropriately controlled formulation.
Do not determine a medicinal dosage based solely on the product name.
Traditional Preparation Concept
A general raw-material processing sequence is:
Sagar Gota Seeds → Authentication → Cleaning → Drying → Grinding → Sieving → Seed Powder
Any specialized traditional medicinal processing should be performed by appropriately qualified professionals using authenticated material and controlled procedures.
Homemade Remedy
No specific therapeutic homemade remedy is recommended for this product.
Do not prepare concentrated extracts, medicinal drinks or self-treatment preparations from Sagar Gota Powder without qualified professional guidance.
Composition
100% Caesalpinia bonduc Dried Seed Powder, unless otherwise stated on the actual product label.
No additional ingredients should be assumed unless specifically declared.
Botanical Information
- Botanical Name: Caesalpinia bonduc (L.) Roxb.
- Synonym: Caesalpinia bonducella
- Family: Fabaceae
- Genus: Caesalpinia
- Species: bonduc
- Plant Part: Seed
Government Indian sources recognize Caesalpinia bonduc and record traditional names including Karanju, Kat-karanj and Katklija.
Regional & Common Names
| Usage / Region | Name |
|---|---|
| English | Fever Nut |
| English | Bonduc Nut |
| English | Nicker Bean |
| Hindi | Kat Karanja / कट करंज |
| Hindi | Karanju |
| Hindi | Katklija |
| Traditional | Sagar Gota |
| Traditional | Kankach |
| Traditional | Karanjwa |
| Marathi | Sagargota / सागरगोटा |
| Gujarati | Kanta Karanja |
| Botanical | Caesalpinia bonduc |
Regional names and spellings can vary, so the botanical name should be used for precise identification.
Appearance
Sagar Gota Powder generally ranges from grey and ash-grey to greyish-brown or light brown, depending on the seed material and processing method.
Natural variation in colour and particle size is expected.
Aroma
The powder has a mild earthy and characteristic botanical aroma.
Flavor
The raw powder has a characteristic botanical taste. Taste should not be used as a method of botanical identification or quality assessment.
Traditional & Botanical Uses
Where permitted under the applicable classification, Sagar Gota Powder may be positioned as:
- Traditional botanical seed powder.
- Ayurvedic/Unani raw material.
- Botanical formulation ingredient.
- Botanical research material.
- Ethnobotanical reference material.
- Educational plant material.
- Material for qualified traditional-formulation studies.
Official Indian sources document Caesalpinia bonduc as a recognized medicinal plant and list traditional names including Kat-karanj.
Storage
Store Sagar Gota Powder:
- In a cool, dry place.
- Away from moisture and humidity.
- Away from direct sunlight.
- In tightly sealed packaging.
- Away from strong odours.
- In a clean, pest-free environment.
Use a clean, dry spoon and reseal the package after use.
Safety
- Use according to the product label or qualified professional guidance.
- Verify the botanical name and plant part before use.
- Do not self-prescribe the raw botanical powder for treating disease.
- Do not assume that a traditional plant name automatically means the powder is suitable as a food or dietary supplement.
- Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals and children should seek appropriate professional guidance before internal use.
- Individuals taking medicines should consult a healthcare professional before internal use.
- Do not use material showing mould, infestation, excessive moisture or contamination.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sagar Gota Powder?
Sagar Gota Powder is a powdered botanical seed material prepared from Caesalpinia bonduc seeds.
What is the botanical name of Sagar Gota?
The botanical name is Caesalpinia bonduc (L.) Roxb. Official Indian references also record the synonym Caesalpinia bonducella.
What is Kat Karanja?
Kat Karanja is a traditional Indian name associated with Caesalpinia bonduc.
Is this whole seed or powder?
This product is supplied as fine seed powder, not whole seeds.
Can Sagar Gota Powder be made from whole seeds?
Yes. Whole authenticated seeds can be appropriately dried and ground to produce seed powder.
Is Sagar Gota Powder edible?
Do not assume that raw Sagar Gota powder is a food ingredient. Follow the actual product classification and label.
How should Sagar Gota Powder be stored?
Keep it tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture, direct sunlight and contamination.
Disclaimer
This information is provided for general botanical, product and traditional-use information only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Traditional names can vary between regions. For this product, Caesalpinia bonduc should be treated as the definitive botanical identity, and the actual product label, plant part and batch specifications should take precedence over vernacular names.
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